The Indian men's hockey team received a hero's welcome on their return from the Paris 2024 Olympics after clinching a bronze medal by defeating Spain 2-1. Family members, fans, and state leaders greeted the players with garlands, drums, and warm hugs at Amritsar and Delhi airports. Captain Harmanpreet Singh expressed gratitude for the warm reception and urged youth to take up sports and avoid drugs. The Punjab government announced a ₹1 crore reward for each player from the state, recognizing their achievement. The team also received special in-flight applause from Air India and were later felicitated by Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya. The bronze medal marks India's 13th Olympic medal in hockey, continuing the legacy established at the Tokyo 2020 Games.